Eldritch Soul

About

Eldritch Soul is a roguelike deckbuilder where survival hinges on forgetting. You collect cards representing cosmic secrets from the Eldritch Tome, building a deck to defend against The Hunter, a relentless entity that destroys anyone who possesses forbidden knowledge. Each turn forces a delicate balance: use cards to create hiding places, but hold too many and The Hunter draws closer. When it appears, you must discard all your secrets to avoid detection, resetting your progress while retaining hard-earned upgrades. The loop of gathering, spending, and purging creates a tense cycle of risk and reward. What sets this apart is its clever twist on deckbuilding mechanics. Instead of maximizing card advantage, you're constantly fighting the urge to cling to powerful effects. Every decision feels loaded with consequence, as holding onto even one secret can mean instant death. Early playtests show a sharp learning curve but a rewarding path once players master the rhythm. The minimalist design and tight systems make it a standout on Playdate's small screen, where every button press carries weight.